Gugigugi (Butterfly) Walk (Wet Tropics Great Walk)
Ingham, Hinchinbrook Area

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Description

The Gugigugi (Goo-ji-goo-ji) walk (37.5 kilometres) starts at the Henrietta gate pick-up point and travels through open forest and lush creek crossings. This walk crosses the Herbert River before reaching the Yamanie pick-up point.

On the first day of the Gugigugi Walk (19.6 kilometres) you will walk from the Henrietta gate pick-up point to the Stoney Creek campsite. Along the way you will pass Lemon Tree Gully, aptly named for the lemon tree that still bears fruit. Henrietta Creek is a great place to stop for a break before continuing on to the Stony Creek campsite

On the second day (18.7 kilometres) you can enjoy a pleasant walk through open forest along the high banks of the Herbert River. Keep your eyes and ears open for resident wildlife. Listen for the noisy chatter of scaly-breasted lorikeets or the deep, gruff call of a wompoo fruit-dove. Garrawalt Creek is a great place to stop for lunch.

About the Walk

38.3 kilometres
2 days
Multi-Day Walk
Hard
One way
Henrietta Gate
Yamanie Section pick-up

Walk Highlights

• Spectacular waterfalls
• Creek crossings
• Rainforest
• Abundant birdlife

Walk Hints

The Wet Tropics Great!Walks may be closed during the wet season, between September and May.

Be Croc wise. Do not swim, as the river is home to estuarine crocodiles. Always remain on the track and only cross the river at the marked location.

Daytime temperatures and humidity can be high at any time of the year and nights can be very cool. Please carry suitable clothing to accommodate extremes.

July to October are generally the driest months, but heavy rain can fall at any time.

Water is not available for the first 13km on the second day of this track.

Best Time To Go

To ensure your walk is fun and comfortable, try to visit between May and September when the weather and track conditions are at their best.

Property Details

Facilities

• BBQ Facilities
• Car park
• Public toilet
• Walking Tracks

Activities

• Animal Watching
• Birdwatching
• Walking

Other Information

Further Details:
To ensure your walk is fun and comfortable, try to visit between April and September when the weather and track conditions are at their best. Highlights of the Gugigugi (butterfly) walk (Wet Tropics Great Walk) include: spectacular waterfalls and gorges; creek crossings; tropical savannah woodland; and remote bush camping. The track is a difficult 38.3 kilometres long which takes approximately two day to complete.

The Gugigugi (butterfly) walk may be closed during wet weather when flooding or high river levels can make the walk unsafe. Camping in Girringun National Park and along the Wet Tropics Great Walk requires a camping permit and fees apply. A tag with your booking number must be displayed at your campsite. The Gugigugi (butterfly) walk is remote and isolated. Walkers must be well prepared and responsible for their own safety. Consider your ability and the track conditions carefully before setting out. Be aware that estuarine crocodiles may be encountered in waterholes, creeks and rivers along the walk. Ensure you carry adequate drinking water. For a more enjoyable experience walk in the early morning.

How To Get There:
To reach the Henrietta gate, travel west about 24 kilometres from Ingham along Abergowrie Road. Take the second turn left, past the Ashton Hotel, into Sheahans Road. From there, the road is well sign-posted. Please leave all gates along the access road as you found them. The Yamanie Section of Girringun National Park is 60 kilometres from Ingham, about a 45 minutes drive. Travel west from Ingham along Abergowrie Road. At the end of the road you will find a gate - the entrance to the park. Please ensure you close the gate behind you. Beyond the gate, four wheel drive vehicles are recommended.

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